VT Lvl II NavSea/Mil Std Technician

MISTRAS Group; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem $180/day

Job summary

MISTRAS Group is seeking an experienced Nondestructive Testing Visual Testing (VT) Level II Technician to inspect welded components, piping systems, and structures in NAVSEA and MIL-STD-271 environments. The role requires independent inspection, interpretation of standards, and documentation of results.

Ideal candidates have NAVSEA-regulated experience, strong reporting skills, and the ability to work in a demanding shipyard/defense setting.

Qualifications

• Current or previously documented VT Level II qualification per NAVSEA and MIL-STD-271 requirements.
• Experience performing visual inspections in shipyard, naval, maritime, defense, or heavy industrial environments.
• Ability to interpret military specifications, drawings, inspection procedures, and acceptance criteria.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct and remote visual inspections per NAVSEA requirements and procedures.
• Inspect welds, base materials, piping systems, structural components, and fabricated assemblies for surface discontinuities.
• Verify inspection conditions including accessibility, lighting, viewing angle, and equipment calibration.
• Prepare accurate inspection reports and maintain quality records.
• Communicate inspection results to Quality, Production, Engineering, and customer representatives.

Skills

Visual inspection

Interpret drawings

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inspection equipment

Job description

MISTRAS Group is currently seeking an experienced Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Visual Testing (VT) Level II Technician who meets NAVSEA and MIL-STD-271 qualification requirements. This position is responsible for performing visual inspections on welded components, structural assemblies, piping systems, and other materials in accordance with applicable military, naval, customer, and industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting shipbuilding, ship repair, defense, or other NAVSEA-regulated operations and will be capable of independently performing inspections, interpreting applicable requirements, documenting results, and identifying relevant discontinuities.

Working For MISTRAS Group

• Minimum 6-Month project starting ASAP
• 5-6 days a week, 10+ hours a day (overtime)
• $180 a day - 7 days a week per diem
• Must be able to test out per Mistras and the customer procedure

Job Responsibilities

• Perform direct and remote visual inspections in accordance with NAVSEA requirements, MIL-STD-271, approved written procedures, drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Inspect welds, base materials, piping systems, structural components, and fabricated assemblies for surface discontinuities and workmanship concerns.
• Verify inspection conditions, including accessibility, lighting, viewing angle, surface preparation, and the calibration or functionality of inspection equipment.
• Interpret drawings, weld symbols, acceptance criteria, technical specifications, and applicable military standards.
• Evaluate and document relevant indications and determine acceptance or rejection in accordance with governing requirements.
• Prepare accurate and complete inspection reports and maintain required quality records.
• Clearly communicate inspection results to Quality, Production, Engineering, and customer representatives.
• Assist with the development and review of VT techniques, procedures, and work instructions when authorized.
• Maintain inspection equipment and verify that required calibrations and certifications are current.
• Follow all company, customer, OSHA, and site-specific safety requirements.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits as required.
• Perform additional NDT or quality-related duties based on qualifications and operational needs.

Requirements

• Current or previously documented VT Level II qualification in accordance with NAVSEA and MIL-STD-271 requirements.
• Documented training and experience necessary to qualify or recertify as a VT Level II technician.
• Experience performing visual inspections in a shipyard, naval, maritime, defense, or heavy industrial environment.
• Knowledge of welding processes, weld joint configurations, weld discontinuities, and fabrication practices.
• Ability to interpret military specifications, technical drawings, inspection procedures, and acceptance criteria.
• Ability to accurately complete inspection reports and maintain traceable documentation.
• Ability to pass required vision examinations, including near-vision and color-contrast testing.
• Ability to pass employer-administered written, practical, and procedure-specific examinations, when required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to meet applicable site-access, background-screening, and security requirements.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.

Preferred Requirements

• Current NAVSEA-recognized VT Level II certification documentation.
• Additional NDT Level II qualifications, such as Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), or Radiographic Testing (RT).
• Experience with NAVSEA Standard Items and Navy shipbuilding or repair specifications.
• Experience inspecting structural welds, pressure-retaining components, piping systems, and machinery.
• Familiarity with ASNT SNT-TC-1A, ANSI/ASNT CP-189, or an employer-based written practice.
• Current OSHA 10, OSHA 30, shipyard safety, confined-space, or fall-protection training.
• Previous experience working aboard ships, submarines, or other naval vessels.

MISTRAS Group strives to provide a positive work environment that values excellence in safety and quality, free from discrimination and harassment. Every MISTRAS Group employee plays a part in our Company’s success and making this a great place to work. We are committed to a workplace where all employees are free to raise issues, concerns and questions for the improvement of our operations and work environment. Safety is the overriding priority in everything we do; all duties critical to safety, quality, and environmental protection are carried out in compliance with all requirements and with personal accountability.

Note To Applicants

Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of the Company unless designated smoking areas have been established by a particular location in accordance with applicable state and local law.

Note to Rhode Island Applicants: The company is subject to Chapters 29-38 of Title 28 of the General Laws of Rhode Island, and is therefore covered by the state’s worker's compensation law.

Initial (if applicable) Massachusetts Applicants: I understand that it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Initial (if applicable): Maryland Applicants: I UNDERSTAND THAT UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT ANY INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A POLYGRAPH OR SIMILAR TEST. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

MISTRAS Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.